English (Gymraeg o dan):

We are thrilled to announce that Clwb Fideo is launching its first major film production, Pinwydd, a project funded by Arts Council Wales and led by talented local young artists Iolo Williams and Jeno Davis. This production marks an exciting new chapter for Clwb Fideo and demonstrates the creativity and ambition of our community in Mid Wales.

Iolo and Jeno are collaborating with Clwb Fideo members, using clwb fideo equipment and studio space in Machynlleth to create this distinctive and imaginative film. Pinwydd explores themes of ecology, queerness, and anarchism, using an eclectic mix of film styles to deliver a unique cinematic experience. The film is set to be showcased next May at Chapter Arts Centre in Cardiff.

About the Film: Pinwydd

The story follows Oen, a lamb in Machynlleth, a town haunted by military jet training flights. After being contacted by Pinwydd, Oen embarks on a journey through a pine plantation to find a dimensional rift. After waking to find the forest destroyed, Oen takes revenge by shooting down a warplane with a Skittle, which leads to a confrontation with the mysterious Mr Candy. The film blends surrealism, humour, and poignant themes of resistance and reconciliation.

This ambitious project reflects the innovative vision of Iolo and Jeno, who are experimenting with different film techniques and narrative styles to create a visually and thematically rich piece of work.

Production Details

Filming will take place in two phases: the first shoot will happen in early October, predominantly at Clwb Fideo’s studio space in Machynlleth, with two outdoor scenes. The second phase will be in late November and will include smaller shoots along with a 2-day LARPing workshop to further develop the film’s narrative.

After filming, the post-production phase will begin, involving the creation of a score, CGI, practical effects, animation, and editing. The project is supported by various local organisations, including Chapter Arts Centre, Stiwdio Dyfi, Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture, Umbrella, MOMA Machynlleth, and, of course, Arts Council Wales.

Join the Creative Journey

This project is an excellent example of how Clwb Fideo provides emerging filmmakers with access to the resources and community they need to bring their creative visions to life. If you’re interested in being part of this growing collective, you can sign up via our website: clwbfideo.org. Once registered, you’ll be added to the Clwb Fideo WhatsApp group to stay updated on projects and opportunities to get involved.

We’re excited to see Pinwydd come to life and can’t wait to share it with audiences next year. Stay tuned for more updates from Clwb Fideo and be part of this exciting journey!

Here is a link to their treatment for the project: [Pinwydd Treamtent]

Cymraeg:

Rydyn ni wrth ein bodd yn cyhoeddi bod Clwb Fideo yn lansio ei gynhyrchiad ffilm mawr cyntaf, Pinwydd, prosiect a ariennir gan Gyngor Celfyddydau Cymru ac a arweinir gan yr artistiaid ifanc talentog lleol Iolo Williams a Jeno Davis. Mae’r cynhyrchiad hwn yn nodi pennod newydd gyffrous i Glwb Fideo ac yn dangos creadigrwydd ac uchelgais ein cymuned yng Nghanolbarth Cymru.

Mae Iolo a Jeno yn cydweithio ag aelodau Clwb Fideo, gan ddefnyddio ein hoffer a’n stiwdio ym Machynlleth i greu’r ffilm wreiddiol a dychmygus hon. Mae Pinwydd yn archwilio themâu ecolegol, cwiar a anarchaidd, gan ddefnyddio cymysgedd eclectig o arddulliau ffilm i gyflwyno profiad sinematig unigryw. Caiff y ffilm ei dangos ym mis Mai nesaf yng Nghanolfan Gelfyddydau Chapter yng Nghaerdydd.

Am y Ffilm: Pinwydd

Mae’r stori’n dilyn Oen, oen yn byw ym Machynlleth, tref sydd dan gysgod llwybr hyfforddi jetiau milwrol. Ar ôl cysylltu â Pinwydd, mae Oen yn cychwyn ar daith drwy blanhigfa binwydd i chwilio am rwyg dimensiynol. Ar ôl deffro i ganfod bod y goedwig wedi’i dinistrio, mae Oen yn cymryd dial drwy saethu awyren ryfel â Skittle, gan arwain at wrthdaro gyda Mr Candy dirgel. Mae’r ffilm yn cyfuno swrealaeth, hiwmor, a themâu cryfion o wrthsafiad a chymod.

Mae’r prosiect uchelgeisiol hwn yn adlewyrchu gweledigaeth arloesol Iolo a Jeno, sy’n arbrofi gyda gwahanol dechnegau ffilm a steiliau naratif i greu gwaith gweledol a thematig gyfoethog.

Manylion Cynhyrchu

Bydd y ffilmio’n digwydd mewn dau gam: bydd y ffilmio cyntaf yn digwydd yn gynnar ym mis Hydref, yn bennaf yn stiwdio Clwb Fideo ym Machynlleth, gyda dwy olygfa awyr agored. Bydd yr ail gam yn digwydd ddiwedd Tachwedd ac yn cynnwys ffilmio llai yn ogystal â gweithdy LARPing 2 ddiwrnod i ddatblygu naratif y ffilm ymhellach.

Ar ôl gorffen ffilmio, bydd y gwaith ôl-gynhyrchu’n dechrau, gan gynnwys creu sgôr, CGI, effeithiau ymarferol, animeiddio ac olygu. Mae’r prosiect yn cael ei gefnogi gan amryw o sefydliadau lleol, gan gynnwys Canolfan Gelfyddydau Chapter, Stiwdio Dyfi, Amgueddfa Cerflunio Andrew Logan, Umbrella, MOMA Machynlleth, a Chyngor Celfyddydau Cymru wrth gwrs.

Ymunwch â’r Daith Greadigol

Mae’r prosiect hwn yn enghraifft wych o sut mae Clwb Fideo yn rhoi mynediad i wneuthurwyr ffilm newydd at yr adnoddau a’r gymuned sydd eu hangen i wireddu eu gweledigaethau creadigol. Os oes gennych ddiddordeb mewn bod yn rhan o’r gymuned gynyddol hon, gallwch gofrestru drwy ein gwefan. Ar ôl cofrestru, byddwn yn eich ychwanegu at grŵp WhatsApp Clwb Fideo i gael y wybodaeth ddiweddaraf am brosiectau a chyfleoedd i gymryd rhan.

Rydyn ni’n gyffrous i weld Pinwydd yn dod yn fyw ac yn methu aros i’w rhannu gyda chynulleidfaoedd y flwyddyn nesaf. Arhoswch yn effro am fwy o ddiweddariadau gan Glwb Fideo a byddwch yn rhan o’r daith gyffrous hon!

Engaging the Community: Delivering High-Impact, People-Led Projects in Machynlleth and Beyond// Ymgysylltu â'r Gymuned: Cyflwyno Prosiectau Effaith Uchel sy’n Cael eu Harwain gan Bobl yn Machynlleth a Thu Hwnt

English text:

Since 2022, Stiwdio Dyfi has been dedicated to delivering high-impact, value-for-money projects that are fully driven by the local community. Our mission is to improve the lives of people in Machynlleth and the surrounding area by working directly with them to create grassroots initiatives that address their needs and priorities.

Our work focuses on empowering individuals, strengthening community bonds, and creating opportunities for personal and collective growth. Thanks to the support of our funders, we have been able to make a tangible difference by facilitating projects that are meaningful, sustainable, and locally led.

Delivering Value Through Community Projects

Over the past two years, we have successfully launched and delivered a number of impactful initiatives, including:

• A Youth Club, providing a welcoming space for young people up to the age of 18 to socialise, learn, and connect with peers.
• A Local Radio Station, offering both entertainment and hands-on learning in broadcasting, production, and public speaking.
• A Community Cinema, giving people a regular opportunity to come together for shared experiences and conversations.
• A Community Fashion Show, showcasing local talent and bringing people together in a celebration of creativity and collaboration.
• A Filmmaking Cooperative, allowing local individuals to learn new skills, work on collaborative projects, and share their stories.

We are now working on our latest initiative to support young adults aged 18 to 29, offering them similar opportunities for social engagement, skill-building, and community involvement, tailored specifically to their age group and interests.

Focusing on What Matters Most

Our work is driven by the belief that the most effective projects come from the community itself. Rather than imposing top-down solutions, we engage directly with local people to understand their needs and empower them to lead initiatives that reflect their priorities. Whether it’s providing safe spaces for young people, helping residents develop new skills, or fostering social connections, our focus is always on creating practical, people-led solutions.

Our funders share this vision—they aren’t simply looking for projects, but for initiatives that deliver real outcomes, improve quality of life, and help build a stronger, more connected community.

Looking Ahead

As we move forward, we remain committed to working with the people of Machynlleth and the surrounding area to develop initiatives that make a difference. From youth engagement to dedicated spaces for young adults, our goal is to continue delivering value-driven projects that support both individuals and the wider community.

For a more detailed overview of our work and the impact we’ve made, download our full Stiwdio Dyfi Consultation Report 2022-2024 [2022-2024 Consultation Report].

Fersiwn Gymraeg:

Ers 2022, mae Stiwdio Dyfi wedi bod yn ymrwymedig i gyflwyno prosiectau effaith uchel, sy’n werth am arian ac yn cael eu harwain gan y gymuned leol yn llwyr. Ein cenhadaeth yw gwella bywydau pobl yn Machynlleth a’r ardal gyfagos drwy weithio’n uniongyrchol gyda nhw i greu mentrau gwreiddiau sy’n mynd i’r afael â’u hanghenion a’u blaenoriaethau.

Mae ein gwaith yn canolbwyntio ar rymuso unigolion, cryfhau bondiau cymunedol, a chreu cyfleoedd ar gyfer twf personol a chydweithredol. Diolch i gefnogaeth ein cyllidwyr, rydym wedi gallu gwneud gwahaniaeth ymarferol drwy hwyluso prosiectau ystyrlon, cynaliadwy, ac sy’n cael eu harwain yn lleol.

Cyflwyno Gwerth drwy Brosiectau Cymunedol

Dros y ddwy flynedd ddiwethaf, rydym wedi lansio ac wedi cyflwyno nifer o fentrau effaith uchel yn llwyddiannus, gan gynnwys:

• Clwb Ieuenctid, sy’n darparu lle croesawgar i bobl ifanc hyd at 18 oed i gymdeithasu, dysgu a chysylltu â’u cyfoedion.
• Gorsaf Radio Leol, sy’n cynnig adloniant yn ogystal â dysgu ymarferol mewn darlledu, cynhyrchu a siarad cyhoeddus.
• Sinema Gymunedol, gan roi cyfle rheolaidd i bobl ddod at ei gilydd ar gyfer profiadau a sgyrsiau a rennir.
• Sioe Ffasiwn Gymunedol, gan ddangos talentau lleol a dod â phobl at ei gilydd mewn dathliad o greadigrwydd a chydweithredu.
• Cwmni Ffilmio Cydweithredol, gan roi cyfle i unigolion lleol ddysgu sgiliau newydd, gweithio ar brosiectau cydweithredol, a rhannu eu straeon.

Rydym bellach yn gweithio ar ein menter ddiweddaraf i gefnogi oedolion ifanc rhwng 18 a 29 oed, gan eu cynnig cyfleoedd tebyg ar gyfer ymgysylltiad cymdeithasol, datblygu sgiliau, a chynnwys cymunedol, wedi’u teilwra’n benodol ar gyfer eu grŵp oedran a’u diddordebau.

Canolbwyntio ar yr Hyn sy’n Bwysicaf

Mae ein gwaith yn cael ei yrru gan y gred bod y prosiectau mwyaf effeithiol yn dod o’r gymuned ei hun. Yn hytrach na gorfodi atebion o’r brig i lawr, rydym yn ymgysylltu’n uniongyrchol â phobl leol i ddeall eu hanghenion a’u grymuso i arwain mentrau sy’n adlewyrchu eu blaenoriaethau. P’un a yw’n darparu lleoedd diogel i bobl ifanc, yn helpu trigolion i ddatblygu sgiliau newydd, neu’n hyrwyddo cysylltiadau cymdeithasol, mae ein ffocws bob amser ar greu atebion ymarferol sy’n cael eu harwain gan bobl.

Mae ein cyllidwyr yn rhannu’r weledigaeth hon—nid ydynt yn chwilio am brosiectau yn unig, ond am fentrau sy’n darparu canlyniadau go iawn, yn gwella ansawdd bywyd, ac yn helpu i adeiladu cymuned gryfach, fwy cysylltiedig.

Edrych Ymlaen

Wrth i ni symud ymlaen, rydym yn parhau i fod yn ymrwymedig i weithio gyda phobl Machynlleth a’r ardal gyfagos i ddatblygu mentrau sy’n gwneud gwahaniaeth. O ymgysylltu â phobl ifanc i lefydd pwrpasol ar gyfer oedolion ifanc, ein nod yw parhau i gyflwyno prosiectau sy’n cael eu gyrru gan werth ac sy’n cefnogi unigolion a’r gymuned ehangach.

Am drosolwg mwy manwl o’n gwaith a’r effaith rydym wedi’i chael, lawrlwythwch ein Hadroddiad Ymgynghori Stiwdio Dyfi 2022-2024 [2022-2024 Consultation Report].

Introducing Sploj: A New Initiative for Young Adults in Machynlleth and Surrounding Areas

English text (Cymraeg yn isod):

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Sploj, a brand-new initiative designed specifically to meet the needs of young adults aged 18–29 in Machynlleth and the surrounding areas. This project has emerged from our ongoing consultations with the local community, where young adults have consistently expressed the need for tailored opportunities, spaces for socialising, and support for personal and professional development. Through Sploj, we are responding directly to these needs, creating a vibrant hub for learning, creativity, and social connection.

Have Your Say: Help Shape Sploj!

We want to make sure Sploj offers the kinds of activities and opportunities that matter most to you. That’s why we’re asking young adults across Machynlleth and the surrounding areas to tell us what kind of events, workshops, and social activities they would like to see. Whether you're interested in film, digital skills, social events, or something completely different, we want to hear from you!

👉 Take Our Survey Here 👈

This is your chance to help shape the future of Sploj. By sharing your thoughts in our survey, you’ll be directly influencing the types of events and opportunities we offer. Your feedback is essential to making Sploj a truly community-driven initiative that meets the real needs of young adults in the area.

What is Sploj?

Sploj is a community-driven initiative developed to offer young adults a space to come together, develop skills, and engage in meaningful activities. Whether you're looking to socialise, learn new digital or creative skills, or simply find a place where you can express yourself freely, Sploj is for you. This initiative has been designed with input from the very people it serves, ensuring that it reflects the priorities of young adults in Mid Wales.

Why Sploj? The Consultation Process Behind the Initiative

Sploj is not just another project—it’s the result of over two years of community consultation. In surveys conducted by Stiwdio Dyfi, young adults identified a lack of consistent social opportunities, professional development, and creative outlets in the area. The Young Adults in Mid Wales Survey (August 2023) revealed that many felt socially isolated, with few spaces tailored to their needs. Respondents highlighted the need for regular events, workshops, and opportunities to build skills for future employment. These consultations formed the foundation for the creation of Sploj, which directly addresses these gaps.

What Sploj Will Offer

Sploj will provide a dynamic range of activities and opportunities designed to empower young adults:

• Social Spaces: Sploj will host regular social events, including film screenings, live music nights, and meet-ups designed for young adults to relax, meet new people, and build connections. We know from our consultations that there is a strong desire for social spaces that cater specifically to this age group.
• Skill Development Workshops: From filmmaking to music production, Sploj will offer a variety of workshops aimed at helping young adults develop practical, creative, and technical skills. Our previous initiatives, like the Digidol Dyfi Digital Project, have shown how important these opportunities are for young people, and we are excited to expand on that success with Sploj.
• Volunteer and Leadership Opportunities: Sploj will encourage young adults to take an active role in shaping the programme. Whether it’s helping to organise events or leading workshops, this is a space where you can gain valuable experience, build confidence, and contribute to the wider community.
• A Space for Expression: One of the key findings from our consultations was the need for young adults to have spaces where they can express themselves freely. Sploj will offer an inclusive environment where you can share ideas, explore your creative potential, and connect with like-minded individuals.

Have Your Say in What Happens Next

As we build Sploj, we want to ensure that it’s shaped by the community it serves. Please take a moment to complete our survey and let us know what activities, workshops, or events you’d like to see. Your input will directly impact the types of opportunities we provide, ensuring that Sploj reflects the interests and needs of young adults across Mid Wales.

👉 Take the Survey Now 👈

Looking to the Future

As Sploj grows, we aim to continually adapt and expand the programme based on feedback from our members. Our goal is to create a long-lasting initiative that supports young adults in building their skills, strengthening their community ties, and feeling empowered to shape their future.

Thank you to everyone who participated in our consultations and helped shape the vision for Sploj. This is just the beginning, and we can’t wait to see where this journey takes us!

For more information about Sploj and how you can get involved, visit our website or follow us on social media for the latest updates. Let’s build something great together!

Cymraeg:

Cyflwyno Sploj: Menter Newydd i Oedolion Ifanc ym Machynlleth a’r Ardaloedd Cyfagos

Rydym wrth ein bodd yn cyhoeddi lansiad Sploj, menter newydd sbon a ddyluniwyd yn benodol i ddiwallu anghenion oedolion ifanc rhwng 18 a 29 oed ym Machynlleth a’r ardaloedd cyfagos. Mae'r prosiect hwn wedi datblygu o'n hymgynghoriadau parhaus gyda'r gymuned leol, lle mae oedolion ifanc wedi mynegi'r angen yn gyson am gyfleoedd wedi'u teilwra, mannau i gymdeithasu, ac am gefnogaeth ar gyfer datblygiad personol a phroffesiynol. Trwy Sploj, rydym yn ymateb yn uniongyrchol i'r anghenion hyn, gan greu canolfan fywiog ar gyfer dysgu, creadigrwydd a chysylltiad cymdeithasol.

Dywedwch Eich Barn: Helpwch Siapio Sploj!

Rydyn ni eisiau sicrhau bod Sploj yn cynnig y mathau o weithgareddau a chyfleoedd sy’n bwysig i chi. Dyna pam rydyn ni’n gofyn i oedolion ifanc ar draws Machynlleth a’r ardaloedd cyfagos i ddweud wrthym pa fath o ddigwyddiadau, gweithdai, a gweithgareddau cymdeithasol yr hoffent eu gweld. P’un a ydych chi’n ymddiddori mewn ffilm, sgiliau digidol, digwyddiadau cymdeithasol, neu rywbeth hollol wahanol, rydyn ni eisiau clywed gennych chi!

👉 Cwblhewch Ein Harolwg Yma 👈

Dyma eich cyfle i helpu i siapio dyfodol Sploj. Trwy rannu eich barn yn ein harolwg, byddwch yn dylanwadu’n uniongyrchol ar y mathau o ddigwyddiadau a chyfleoedd a gynigiwn. Mae eich adborth yn hanfodol i sicrhau bod Sploj yn fenter sy’n cael ei harwain gan y gymuned ac sy’n diwallu anghenion gwirioneddol oedolion ifanc yn yr ardal.

Beth yw Sploj?

Mae Sploj yn fenter a arweinir gan y gymuned, wedi’i ddatblygu i gynnig lle i oedolion ifanc ddod at ei gilydd, datblygu sgiliau, a chymryd rhan mewn gweithgareddau ystyrlon. P’un a ydych chi’n chwilio am le i gymdeithasu, dysgu sgiliau digidol neu greadigol newydd, neu i fynegi eich hun yn rhydd, mae Sploj yma i chi. Mae’r fenter hon wedi’i dylunio gyda mewnbwn gan y bobl y mae’n eu gwasanaethu, gan sicrhau ei bod yn adlewyrchu blaenoriaethau oedolion ifanc yng Nghanolbarth Cymru.

Pam Sploj? Y Broses Ymgynghori y Tu Ôl i’r Fenter

Nid prosiect arall yn unig yw Sploj—mae’n ganlyniad dros ddwy flynedd o ymgynghori â’r gymuned. Mewn arolygon a gynhaliwyd gan Stiwdio Dyfi, nododd oedolion ifanc brinder cyfleoedd cymdeithasol cyson, datblygiad proffesiynol, a llefydd creadigol yn yr ardal. Dangosodd Arolwg Oedolion Ifanc yng Nghanolbarth Cymru (Awst 2023) fod llawer yn teimlo'n ynysig yn gymdeithasol, gyda phrin o leoedd wedi'u teilwra i'w hanghenion. Pwysleisiodd yr ymatebwyr yr angen am ddigwyddiadau rheolaidd, gweithdai, a chyfleoedd i ddatblygu sgiliau ar gyfer cyflogaeth yn y dyfodol. Mae’r ymgynghoriadau hyn wedi gosod y sylfeini ar gyfer creu Sploj, sy’n mynd i’r afael yn uniongyrchol â’r bylchau hyn.

Beth fydd Sploj yn ei Gynnig?

Bydd Sploj yn darparu amrywiaeth eang o weithgareddau a chyfleoedd a gynlluniwyd i alluogi oedolion ifanc:

• Mannau Cymdeithasol: Bydd Sploj yn cynnal digwyddiadau cymdeithasol rheolaidd, gan gynnwys dangosiadau ffilmiau, nosweithiau cerddoriaeth fyw, a chyfarfodydd i alluogi oedolion ifanc i ymlacio, cwrdd â phobl newydd, ac adeiladu cysylltiadau. Gwyddom o’n hymgynghoriadau bod angen mawr am fannau cymdeithasol sy’n darparu’n benodol ar gyfer y grŵp oedran hwn.
• Gweithdai Datblygu Sgiliau: O greu ffilmiau i gynhyrchu cerddoriaeth, bydd Sploj yn cynnig amrywiaeth o weithdai i helpu oedolion ifanc ddatblygu sgiliau ymarferol, creadigol a thechnegol. Mae ein mentrau blaenorol, fel y Digidol Dyfi Digital Project, wedi dangos pa mor bwysig yw’r cyfleoedd hyn i bobl ifanc, ac rydym yn gyffrous i ehangu ar y llwyddiant hwnnw gyda Sploj.
• Cyfleoedd Gwirfoddoli ac Arweinyddiaeth: Bydd Sploj yn annog oedolion ifanc i chwarae rhan weithgar wrth lunio'r rhaglen. P’un a ydych yn helpu i drefnu digwyddiadau neu’n arwain gweithdai, dyma le lle gallwch ennill profiad gwerthfawr, adeiladu hyder, a chyfrannu at y gymuned ehangach.
• Lle i Fynegi’ch Hun: Un o’r canfyddiadau allweddol o’n hymgynghoriadau oedd yr angen i oedolion ifanc gael mannau lle gallant fynegi eu hunain yn rhydd. Bydd Sploj yn cynnig amgylchedd cynhwysol lle gallwch rannu syniadau, archwilio eich potensial creadigol, a chysylltu ag unigolion o’r un anian.

Dywedwch Eich Barn ar yr Hyn sy’n Digwydd Nesaf

Wrth i ni adeiladu Sploj, rydyn ni eisiau sicrhau ei fod wedi’i siapio gan y gymuned y mae’n ei gwasanaethu. Cymerwch funud i gwblhau ein harolwg a rhoi gwybod i ni pa weithgareddau, gweithdai, neu ddigwyddiadau yr hoffech eu gweld. Bydd eich mewnbwn yn effeithio’n uniongyrchol ar y mathau o gyfleoedd a ddarparwn, gan sicrhau bod Sploj yn adlewyrchu diddordebau ac anghenion oedolion ifanc ledled Canolbarth Cymru.

👉 Cwblhewch yr Arolwg Nawr 👈

Edrych tuag at y Dyfodol

Wrth i Sploj dyfu, ein nod yw addasu ac ehangu’r rhaglen yn barhaus yn seiliedig ar adborth gan ein haelodau. Ein nod yw creu menter sy’n para’n hir ac sy’n cefnogi oedolion ifanc wrth adeiladu eu sgiliau, cryfhau eu cysylltiadau cymunedol, a theimlo’n rymus wrth siapio eu dyfodol.

Diolch i bawb a gymerodd ran yn ein hymgynghoriadau ac a helpodd i siapio gweledigaeth Sploj. Dyma’r dechrau yn unig, ac rydym yn gyffrous i weld lle bydd y daith hon yn mynd â ni!

Am ragor o wybodaeth am Sploj a sut y gallwch gymryd rhan, ewch i’n gwefan neu dilynwch ni ar gyfryngau cymdeithasol am y diweddariadau diweddaraf. Dewch i adeiladu rhywbeth gwych gyda’n gilydd!

Calling All Local Groups: Join Us for an Exciting Theatre Project - 'Owain Glyndŵr, The Prince of Wales' with Theatre South

Fersiwn Gymraeg isod

English:

We are excited to announce a thrilling collaboration between Stiwdio Dyfi CIC and contemporary theatre company Theatre South. Together, we are developing a unique and innovative theatre project titled "Owain Glyndŵr, The Prince of Wales." This project responds to the locality's growing interest in theatre, identified through various pilot projects over the past two years. Despite the abundance of Welsh talent in the arts, there are currently very few opportunities for local theatrical engagement. We aim to change that!

Engage Your Group with Our Theatre Workshops

As part of this initiative, we invite local groups from the Dyfi Valley to participate in our short script readings. These sessions offer an informal and accessible way for groups to explore and enjoy the world of theatre. Our workshops are designed to give participants a taste of reading and workshopping test scenes from a play without the pressure of performing live. Leading these sessions will be the highly experienced Paul Corcoran and Helen Jones from Theatre South, who bring over 30 years of expertise in producing and directing.

If you are a local group and would like to participate in the project, contact us!

Workshop Goals

Our workshops aim to:

• Provide local groups with a unique 'theatre in development' experience.
• Actively involve participants in the creation of a new play centered around a contemporary characterisation of Owain Glyndŵr.
• Lay the groundwork for this creative project by incorporating local stories and ideas, informed through exploration and testing.

The R&D Process

The research and development (R&D) process will include:

• Reading short scripts.
• Developing these scripts in situ.
• Engaging in a stimulating rehearsal process.
• Contributing ideas and suggestions for storylines and future performance options.

Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate and shape the outcome of this new theatrical work. At the end of the workshops, those involved can choose to test their new performance skills through an audio recording of their reading. This recording will be transformed into a short 5-10 minute radio play by Radio Dyfi, our local radio station.

The Story of Owain Glyndŵr

"Owain Glyndŵr, The Prince of Wales" is inspired by the characters and stories of our locality. The play revolves around pivotal events that compel the characters to act to save their town. Theatre South and Stiwdio Dyfi are dedicated to working with the locality to develop these storylines, highlighting the universal themes found within this distinctively Welsh setting. Currently, there are 25 episode sketches exploring various themes, with a new one published online each week. You can read these here.

How to Participate

If your group is interested in participating in this project, we invite you to book a workshop session. Contact our producer, Will Tremlett, via email at stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com or by phone at 07830927623. For any further details, you can also speak directly with Helen Jones.

We anticipate the workshops will take place in October 2024, with dates to be confirmed pending funding from Arts Council Wales (ACW).

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to engage with theatre in a meaningful and creative way. Join us in bringing the story of Owain Glyndŵr to life!

We look forward to collaborating with your group!

Stiwdio Dyfi CIC Team

Cymraeg:

Galwad i Bawb Grwpiau Lleol: Ymunwch â Ni ar gyfer Prosiect Theatr Cyffrous - 'Owain Glyndŵr, Tywysog Cymru'

Rydym yn gyffrous i gyhoeddi cydweithrediad cyffrous rhwng Stiwdio Dyfi CIC a chwmni theatr gyfoes Theatre South. Gyda'n gilydd, rydym yn datblygu prosiect theatr unigryw ac arloesol o'r enw "Owain Glyndŵr, Tywysog Cymru." Mae'r prosiect hwn yn ymateb i'r diddordeb cynyddol yn y theatr yn yr ardal, a nodwyd trwy amrywiol brosiectau peilot dros y ddwy flynedd diwethaf. Er gwaethaf y cyfoeth o dalent Cymreig yn y celfyddydau, mae yna ychydig iawn o gyfleoedd ar hyn o bryd ar gyfer ymgysylltiad theatrig lleol. Rydym yn anelu at newid hynny!

Ymgysylltwch â'ch Grŵp gyda'n Gweithdai Theatr

Fel rhan o'r fenter hon, rydym yn gwahodd grwpiau lleol o Ddyffryn Dyfi i gymryd rhan yn ein darlleniadau sgript fer. Mae'r sesiynau hyn yn cynnig ffordd anffurfiol a hygyrch i grwpiau archwilio a mwynhau byd y theatr. Mae ein gweithdai wedi'u cynllunio i roi blas i'r cyfranogwyr o ddarllen a gweithdai golygfeydd prawf o ddrama heb y pwysau o berfformio'n fyw. Bydd y sesiynau hyn yn cael eu harwain gan Paul Corcoran a Helen Jones o Theatre South, sydd â dros 30 mlynedd o brofiad mewn cynhyrchu a chyfarwyddo.

Os ydych chi'n grŵp lleol ac yn dymuno cymryd rhan yn y prosiect, cysylltwch â ni!

Nodau'r Gweithdai

Ein nodau ar gyfer y gweithdai yw:

• Darparu profiad 'theatr mewn datblygiad' unigryw i grwpiau lleol.
• Cynnwys cyfranogwyr yn weithredol yn y broses o greu drama newydd yn seiliedig ar gymeriad cyfoes o Owain Glyndŵr.
• Gosod y sylfeini ar gyfer y prosiect creadigol hwn trwy ymgorffori straeon a syniadau lleol, wedi'u hysbysu trwy archwilio a phrofi.

Y Broses Ymchwil a Datblygu (R&D)

Bydd y broses ymchwil a datblygu (R&D) yn cynnwys:

• Darllen sgriptiau byr.
• Datblygu'r sgriptiau hyn ar y safle.
• Cymryd rhan mewn proses ymarfer ysgogol.
• Cyfrannu syniadau ac awgrymiadau ar gyfer llinellau stori a dewisiadau perfformio yn y dyfodol.

Bydd gan y cyfranogwyr y cyfle i gydweithio a llunio canlyniad y gwaith theatrig newydd hwn. Ar ddiwedd y gweithdai, bydd y rhai sy'n cymryd rhan yn cael y cyfle i roi eu sgiliau perfformio newydd ar brawf trwy recordio sain o'u darlleniad. Bydd y recordiad hwn yn cael ei drawsnewid yn ddrama fer 5-10 munud gan Radio Dyfi, ein gorsaf radio leol.

Stori Owain Glyndŵr

Mae "Owain Glyndŵr, Tywysog Cymru" wedi'i ysbrydoli gan gymeriadau a straeon ein hardal. Mae'r ddrama yn troi o gwmpas digwyddiadau allweddol sy'n gorfodi'r cymeriadau i weithredu i achub eu tref. Mae Theatre South a Stiwdio Dyfi yn ymrwymedig i weithio gyda'r ardal i ddatblygu'r llinellau stori hyn, gan amlygu'r themâu cyffredinol sydd i'w cael o fewn y lleoliad a'r cymeriadau Cymreig nodedig hwn. Ar hyn o bryd, mae 25 braslun pennod yn archwilio themâu amrywiol, gyda phennod newydd yn cael ei chyhoeddi ar-lein bob wythnos. Gallwch ddarllen y rhain yma.

Sut i Gymryd Rhan

Os oes gan eich grŵp ddiddordeb mewn cymryd rhan yn y prosiect hwn, rydym yn eich gwahodd i archebu sesiwn gweithdy. Cysylltwch â'n cynhyrchydd, Will Tremlett, trwy e-bost yn stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com neu dros y ffôn ar 07830927623. Am unrhyw fanylion pellach, gallwch hefyd siarad yn uniongyrchol gyda Helen Jones.

Rydym yn rhagweld y bydd y gweithdai'n cael eu cynnal ym mis Hydref 2024, gyda'r dyddiadau i'w cadarnhau gan fod y prosiect yn aros am gyllid gan Gyngor Celfyddydau Cymru (ACW).

Peidiwch â cholli'r cyfle cyffrous hwn i ymgysylltu â'r theatr mewn ffordd ystyrlon a chreadigol. Ymunwch â ni i ddod â stori Owain Glyndŵr yn fyw!

Edrychwn ymlaen at gydweithio gyda'ch grŵp!

Tîm Stiwdio Dyfi CIC

English text (Cymraeg o dan):

We’re thrilled to announce that Clwb Fideo, with the support of Stiwdio Dyfi, has successfully secured funding from the Laura Ashley Foundation, a fund delivered by Community Foundation Wales. This achievement marks a significant step forward for our growing community of filmmakers in Mid Wales, and we’re excited to share this success with you.

Our Application: Transparency and Community Impact

At Stiwdio Dyfi, we believe in transparency, and we’re proud to share the details of our funding application for those interested. Here’s a glimpse of what we presented to the Laura Ashley Foundation in our successful bid:

Clwb Fideo is a volunteer-run video collective that provides accessible, high-level digital skills opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. We pool together resources and expertise to create independent films with the local communities of Mid Wales. Our application outlined how the funding will allow us to expand our efforts, providing members with access to camera equipment via an online booking system, alongside funding for masterclasses, project management, and coordination.

With the nearest camera rental facility located in Cardiff—an 8-hour round trip from Machynlleth—this funding will make a huge difference in the accessibility of filmmaking resources. Our goal is to enhance the well-being of our members through collaborative filmmaking, which helps develop technical skills, social confidence, and improve mental health.

Aiming High: Project Goals and Outcomes

Our project’s goal is to enable individuals with an interest in filmmaking to develop that interest collaboratively. Inspired by the successes of similar cooperatives in the UK, like the Nottingham and London Film Cooperatives, Clwb Fideo offers a pathway to filmmaking that overcomes traditional barriers such as the need for expensive equipment and skilled labour.

With the new funding, Clwb Fideo will continue to grow its membership, reaching over 100 members by the end of 2025. We’ll also expand our monthly meetings, where members and friends gather to showcase their work through screenings held in village halls across Mid Wales.

Our project isn’t just about filmmaking—it’s about building a community of like-minded individuals in Mid Wales, fostering collaboration, and creating a space for the exchange of skills and ideas. This project contributes to the development of a filmmaking culture in Mid Wales, creating tangible outcomes in the films produced, skills gained, and the social well-being of participants.

Looking to the Future

While Clwb Fideo has been operating informally for over a year with support form the digidol dyfi digital community, this new funding will help formalise our structure, expand our workshops, and provide new opportunities for people to engage in creative collaboration. In the past 18 months, we’ve organised over 30 workshops, including a film school programme for young adults (aged 18-30) and weekly sessions with Ysgol Bro Hyddgen’s LGBTQI+ lunchtime group.

The Laura Ashley Foundation funding will not only support existing members but also help us attract new ones. We’re particularly focused on engaging young adults in Mid Wales, a demographic that has expressed a need for advanced, transferable skills and more social opportunities to combat isolation.

Get Involved: Join the Clwb Fideo Community

With our new funding, we’re ready to welcome more members to Clwb Fideo! We’ve launched a membership form on our website, making it easier than ever to join our growing community. Once you’ve signed up, we’ll add you to our Clwb Fideo WhatsApp group so you can stay updated on upcoming events, screenings, and workshops. You’ll have the chance to connect with like-minded, passionate individuals and contribute to the vibrant filmmaking scene in Mid Wales.

To find out more about Clwb Fideo, visit our website and follow the link to our latest blog post on the project. We’re excited to see where this journey takes us and can’t wait to see the creative projects that emerge from our talented members.

Stay tuned for more updates from Clwb Fideo and Stiwdio Dyfi!

Cymraeg:

Rydyn ni wrth ein bodd yn cyhoeddi bod Clwb Fideo, gyda chefnogaeth Stiwdio Dyfi, wedi sicrhau cyllid gan Sefydliad Laura Ashley, cronfa a ddarperir gan Gymdeithas Sefydliad Cymunedol Cymru. Mae’r llwyddiant hwn yn gam sylweddol ymlaen i’n cymuned gynyddol o wneuthurwyr ffilmiau yng Nghanolbarth Cymru, ac rydym yn gyffrous i rannu’r newyddion gwych hwn gyda chi.

Ein Cais: Tryloywder ac Effaith Gymunedol

Yng Nghlwb Fideo, credwn mewn tryloywder, ac rydym yn falch o rannu manylion ein cais am gyllid i'r rhai sydd â diddordeb. Dyma gipolwg ar yr hyn a gyflwynwyd gennym i Sefydliad Laura Ashley yn ein cais llwyddiannus:

Clwb Fideo yw cydweithfa fideo sy’n cael ei rhedeg gan wirfoddolwyr sy’n darparu cyfleoedd sgiliau digidol hygyrch o lefel uchel i bobl o bob oedran a gallu. Rydym yn cyfuno adnoddau a phrofiad i greu ffilmiau annibynnol gyda chymunedau lleol yng Nghanolbarth Cymru. Nod ein cais oedd sicrhau cyllid i roi mynediad at gyfarpar camera drwy system archebu ar-lein, yn ogystal â chefnogi meistr-dosbarthiadau, rheolaeth prosiect, a chydlynu.

Gyda’r cyfleuster benthyca cyfarpar camera agosaf yn Nghaerdydd—taith 8 awr o dro machlud o Fachynlleth—bydd y cyllid hwn yn gwneud gwahaniaeth mawr o ran hygyrchedd adnoddau ffilmio. Ein nod yw gwella lles ein haelodau drwy ffilmio cydweithredol, sy’n helpu datblygu sgiliau technegol, hyder cymdeithasol, ac iechyd meddwl.

Y Nodau a Chanlyniadau’r Prosiect

Nod ein prosiect yw galluogi unigolion sydd â diddordeb mewn ffilmio i ddatblygu’r diddordeb hwnnw yn gydweithredol. Mae ein prosiect wedi’i ysbrydoli gan lwyddiannau cydweithfeydd ffilm tebyg yn y DU, fel y Cydweithfeydd Ffilm Nottingham a Llundain. Bydd Clwb Fideo yn cynnig mynediad i gyfarpar fforddiadwy drwy system archebu, gan adeiladu cymuned o unigolion o’r un anian yng Nghanolbarth Cymru, yn meithrin cydweithio a rhannu gwybodaeth.

Bydd y cyllid newydd yn ein galluogi i dyfu’r aelodaeth, gan gyrraedd dros 100 o aelodau erbyn diwedd 2025. Byddwn hefyd yn ehangu ein cyfarfodydd misol, lle bydd aelodau a chyfeillion yn ymgynnull i arddangos eu gwaith drwy ddangosiadau a gynhelir mewn neuaddau pentref ledled Canolbarth Cymru. Mae’r cyfarpar sinema symudol gan Stiwdio Dyfi, a gyllidwyd gan grant Loteri blaenorol, yn trawsnewid y mannau hyn yn fannau dangos ffyniannus ac annibynnol.

Nid yw Clwb Fideo yn ymwneud â gwneud ffilmiau yn unig—mae'n ymwneud â chreu cymuned o unigolion tebyg, yn cydweithio ac yn creu lle ar gyfer cyfnewid sgiliau a syniadau. Mae’r prosiect hwn yn cyfrannu at ddatblygiad diwylliant ffilm yng Nghanolbarth Cymru, gan greu canlyniadau pendant drwy’r ffilmiau a gynhyrchir, y sgiliau a ddatblygir, a’r lles cymdeithasol a geir.

Edrych Ymlaen

Er bod Clwb Fideo wedi bod yn gweithredu’n anffurfiol ers dros flwyddyn, bydd y cyllid hwn yn ein helpu i ffurfioli ein strwythur, ehangu gweithdai, a chynnig cyfleoedd newydd i bobl ymgysylltu mewn cydweithredu creadigol. Yn y 18 mis diwethaf, rydym wedi trefnu dros 30 gweithdy, gan gynnwys rhaglen ysgol ffilm ar gyfer oedolion ifanc (18-30 oed) a sesiynau wythnosol gyda grŵp cinio LGBTQI+ Ysgol Bro Hyddgen.

Bydd cyllid Sefydliad Laura Ashley nid yn unig yn cefnogi aelodau presennol, ond hefyd yn ein helpu i ddenu aelodau newydd. Rydym yn arbennig o ganolbwyntio ar ymgysylltu ag oedolion ifanc yng Nghanolbarth Cymru, demograffig sydd wedi mynegi’r angen am sgiliau trosglwyddadwy uwch a mwy o gyfleoedd cymdeithasol i leddfu teimladau o ynysu.

Ymunwch â Chlwb Fideo

Gyda’n cyllid newydd, rydym yn barod i groesawu mwy o aelodau i Glwb Fideo! Rydym wedi lansio ffurflen aelodaeth ar ein gwefan, gan ei gwneud hi’n haws nag erioed i ymuno â’n cymuned gynyddol. Ar ôl i chi gofrestru, byddwn yn eich ychwanegu at grŵp WhatsApp Clwb Fideo fel y gallwch aros yn gyfredol gyda digwyddiadau, dangosiadau, a gweithdai sydd ar y gweill. Bydd gennych y cyfle i gysylltu â phobl o’r un anian ac angerddus ac i gyfrannu at y sîn ffilmio ffyniannus yng Nghanolbarth Cymru.

I gael rhagor o wybodaeth am Glwb Fideo, ewch i'n gwefan a dilynwch y ddolen i'n post blog diweddaraf am y prosiect. Rydym yn gyffrous i weld lle mae'r daith hon yn mynd â ni ac ni allwn aros i weld y prosiectau creadigol a ddaw gan ein haelodau talentog.

Arhoswch gyda ni am ragor o ddiweddariadau gan Glwb Fideo a Stiwdio Dyfi!

English Version (Welsh version below)

We are thrilled to welcome three new trustees to the Stiwdio Dyfi board. Each of them brings a unique set of skills, experience, and a shared commitment to community development that will help guide our organisation forward. With their leadership, we’re excited to continue delivering high-impact, value-driven projects that improve lives in Machynlleth and the surrounding area.

Meet Our New Trustees:

Sienna LucreziaWith a background in media production and an MA in contemporary theory and culture studies, Sienna excels across music, radio, education, and events, all driven by her passion for creative innovation and global-local collaboration. She leads the Dyfi Dinner Club, where she champions local, seasonal produce and redefines sustainability aesthetics. As the events manager at MOMA Machynlleth, Sienna advocates for cultural enrichment, accessibility, digital curation, and inclusive art creation. Beyond her creative projects, she also serves as the treasurer of Machynlleth Housing Cooperative, bringing her diverse experience to the Stiwdio Dyfi team.

Oliver O’NeillOlly is the director of OOO Studio, a boutique architectural design practice based in Mid-Wales. His expertise in design is complemented by his role as a partner and illustrator for Third Eye Grannies Publishing, where he creates eye-catching children’s books for charitable causes. Olly is also an active member of the local community, working with a team of climbers to develop a new community-owned bouldering centre in Mid-Wales. When not designing or facilitating community projects, you’ll find him DJing and digging deep for the grooviest 4/4 beats.

Nicky ArscottNicky is an accomplished visual artist and poet, with an impressive array of projects under her belt. From creating a giant toilet for WaterAid to installing an interactive maypole at Hay Festival as part of her artist’s residency, her creative vision knows no bounds. She holds an MA in Creative Writing from the University of Texas, Austin, and her poetry comics, created in collaboration with poets from around the world, have been published internationally. Nicky lives in Llanbrynmair, Mid-Wales with her husband and two children, and runs Ennyn CIC, an arts organisation that delivers community workshops across the region.

Looking Ahead

We are confident that the combined expertise and fresh perspectives of Sienna, Olly, and Nicky will help us grow and deliver even more community-led projects that make a difference. Their dedication to social engagement, creativity, and local development aligns perfectly with our mission at Stiwdio Dyfi.

As we embark on this next chapter, we are excited about the opportunities ahead and grateful for the continued support from our community, partners, and funders. Together, with the leadership of our new trustees, we will continue to build stronger, more connected communities through meaningful and impactful initiatives.

Cymraeg:

Rydyn ni’n hynod falch o groesawu tri ymddiriedolwr newydd i fwrdd Stiwdio Dyfi. Mae gan bob un ohonynt set unigryw o sgiliau, profiad, a chyfraniad cyffredin i ddatblygiad cymunedol, a fydd yn ein helpu i arwain ein sefydliad ymlaen. Gyda’u harweinyddiaeth, rydym yn gyffrous i barhau i gyflwyno prosiectau effaith uchel, sy'n cael eu gyrru gan werth, ac sy'n gwella bywydau yn Machynlleth a'r ardal gyfagos.

Cyfarfod Ein Hymddiriedolwyr Newydd:

Sienna LucreziaGyda chefndir mewn cynhyrchu cyfryngau ac MA mewn theori gyfoes ac astudiaethau diwylliannol, mae Sienna yn rhagori mewn cerddoriaeth, radio, addysg, a digwyddiadau, oll wedi’u gyrru gan ei hangerdd dros arloesedd creadigol a chydweithredu byd-eang a lleol. Mae’n arwain Clwb Cinio Dyfi, lle mae’n hyrwyddo cynnyrch lleol, tymhorol ac yn ailddiffinio estheteg cynaliadwyedd. Fel rheolwr digwyddiadau yn MOMA Machynlleth, mae Sienna yn hyrwyddo cyfoethogi diwylliannol, hygyrchedd, curadu digidol, a chreu celf gynhwysol. Yn ogystal â'i phrosiectau creadigol, mae hefyd yn drysorydd Cydweithfa Tai Machynlleth, gan ddod â’i phrofiad amrywiol i dîm Stiwdio Dyfi.

Oliver O’NeillMae Olly yn gyfarwyddwr OOO Studio, practis dylunio pensaernïol boutique sy’n seiliedig yng Nghanolbarth Cymru. Mae ei arbenigedd mewn dylunio yn cael ei ategu gan ei rôl fel partner ac arlunydd ar gyfer Third Eye Grannies Publishing, lle mae’n creu llyfrau plant deniadol er mwyn codi arian ar gyfer achosion elusennol. Mae Olly hefyd yn aelod gweithgar o’r gymuned leol, gan weithio gyda thîm o ddringwyr i ddatblygu canolfan ddringo cymunedol newydd yng Nghanolbarth Cymru. Pan nad yw’n dylunio neu’n hwyluso prosiectau cymunedol, fe welwch ef yn DJio ac yn darganfod y curiadau 4/4 mwyaf dwys a rhythmig.

Nicky ArscottMae Nicky yn artist gweledol ac yn fardd talentog, gyda llu o brosiectau trawiadol yn ei phortffolio. O greu toiled enfawr ar gyfer WaterAid i’w gymryd i Senedd yr UE i osod polyn maypwl rhyngweithiol yng Ngŵyl y Gelli fel rhan o’i chyfnod preswyl artistig yno, mae ei gweledigaeth greadigol yn diderfyn. Mae ganddi MA mewn Ysgrifennu Creadigol o Brifysgol Texas, Austin, ac mae ei chomedïau barddonol, a grewyd ar y cyd â beirdd o bob cwr o’r byd, wedi cael eu cyhoeddi’n rhyngwladol. Mae Nicky’n byw yn Llanbrynmair, Canolbarth Cymru gyda’i gŵr a’i dau o blant, ac mae’n rhedeg Ennyn CIC, sefydliad celfyddydol sy’n cynnig gweithdai i’r gymuned leol.

Edrych Ymlaen

Rydym yn hyderus y bydd cyfuniad arbenigedd a safbwyntiau newydd Sienna, Olly, a Nicky yn ein helpu i dyfu ac i gyflwyno prosiectau cymunedol a arweinir gan bobl, a fydd yn gwneud gwahaniaeth. Mae eu hymroddiad i ymgysylltu’n gymdeithasol, creadigrwydd, a datblygiad lleol yn cyd-fynd yn berffaith â’n cenhadaeth yn Stiwdio Dyfi.

Wrth inni fynd ymlaen i’r bennod nesaf hon, rydym yn gyffrous am y cyfleoedd sydd o’n blaen ac yn ddiolchgar am gefnogaeth barhaus ein cymuned, ein partneriaid, a’n cyllidwyr. Gyda’n tîm ymddiriedolwyr talentog a deinamig newydd, byddwn yn parhau i adeiladu cymunedau cryfach, mwy cysylltiedig drwy fentrau ystyrlon ac effeithiol.

Nicky is a visual artist and poet.  She has worked on a range of projects, from creating a huge toilet for WaterAid to take to the EU Parliament, to installing an interactive maypole at Hay Festival as part of her artist's residency there. She has an MA in Creative Writing from the University of Texas, Austin.

​She has collaborated with other poets in many different languages to create poetry comics which have been published all over the world.

​She lives in Llanbrynmair, Mid Wales with her husband and two children.

Sam Co-Founder and Producer at Square Sun Studios, is a passionate creator of compelling short-form content that resonates with audiences and captures the essence of brands. With a focus on delivering visually stunning advertising campaigns, Samuel aims to captivate viewers and leave a lasting impression. As an Award-winning Director of Photography, he has contributed to acclaimed narrative and commercial videos for clients including Island Records, Mind, Ren, BUPA, Columbia Records, Warner Music Group, The Metropolitan Police, and The Co-operative Foundation

Stiwdio Dyfi CIC Open Call for Organisational Partners: Arts Council Wales Grant Collaboration

English:

Are you passionate about fostering creativity, innovation, and community development? Stiwdio Dyfi CIC is excited to announce an open call for new organisational partners to collaborate on an upcoming creative project that responds to the needs of young adults in Mid Wales.

About Us:

Stiwdio Dyfi is an organisation that supports new ideas coming to life through innovation and teamwork. We're a creative hub that brings people, ideas, and resources together to help grassroots projects make a real difference in the Dyfi Biosphere, mid-Wales. Our goal is simple: to inspire, connect, and empower. Whether you're an individual with a big idea, a community aiming for positive change, a company, or an organisation dedicated to making an impact, Stiwdio Dyfi is here to help turn your ideas into actions.

Project Overview:

See here for more information about our call out for project ideas: https://www.stiwdiodyfi.org/news/657b802969931100013d7535

Why Partner With Us:

At Stiwdio Dyfi, we believe in the power of collaboration. By joining forces with like-minded organisations, we aim to enhance the reach and effectiveness of our Arts Council Wales-funded project. We are looking for partners who share our commitment to community development, innovation, and the arts, and who are eager to contribute their unique strengths and perspectives.

Who We Are Looking For:

We invite organisations with a passion for the arts, community development, and collaborative initiatives to join us in this exciting venture. Whether you are an arts-focused organisation, a community group, or an entity dedicated to positive change, we welcome your interest and expertise.

How to Express Your Interest:

If your organisation is interested in becoming a partner, please submit a letter of intent to William Tremlett at stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com. The deadline for expressions of interest is rolling.

Contact Information:

For inquiries or to express your interest, please contact William Tremlett at stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com.

Join Us in Making a Difference:

By becoming an organisational partner, you will have the opportunity to collaborate on a meaningful project, share resources, and collectively make a positive impact in the Dyfi Biosphere.

We look forward to the prospect of new partnerships and the collective success that awaits. Thank you for considering this opportunity to collaborate with Stiwdio Dyfi CIC.

Sincerely,

Stiwdio Dyfi Team
stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com

Cymraeg:

Stiwdio Dyfi CIC Galwad Agored am Bartneriaid Sefydliadol: Cydweithrediad Grant Cyngor Celfyddydau Cymru

Ydych chi'n angerddol am hyrwyddo creadigrwydd, arloesedd, a datblygiad cymunedol? Mae Stiwdio Dyfi CIC yn falch o gyhoeddi galwad agored am bartneriaid sefydliadol newydd i gydweithio ar brosiect creadigol sy'n ymateb i anghenion oedolion ifanc yng Nghanolbarth Cymru.

Amdanom Ni: Mae Stiwdio Dyfi yn sefydliad sy'n cefnogi syniadau newydd gan fywoliaeth trwy arloesedd a gwaith tîm. Rydym yn ganolfan greadigol sy'n dod â phobl, syniadau ac adnoddau at ei gilydd i helpu prosiectau gwraidd i wneud gwahaniaeth go iawn yn Fioesffera Dyfi, canolbarth Cymru. Ein nod yw hawlio, cysylltu ac egni. Pa un a ydych yn unigolyn gyda syniad mawr, cymuned sy'n anelu at newid cadarnhaol, cwmni, neu sefydliad sy'n ymrwymedig i wneud effaith, mae Stiwdio Dyfi yma i helpu i droi eich syniadau yn weithredoedd.

Trosolwg o'r Prosiect: Gweler yma am fwy o wybodaeth am ein galwad am syniadau prosiect: https://www.stiwdiodyfi.org/news/657b802969931100013d7535

Pam Bartneriaethu Gyda Ni: Yn Stiwdio Dyfi, rydym yn credu yn nerth cydweithio. Drwy ymuno â sefydliadau cyd-ymddygiad, rydym yn anelu at wella cyrraedd ac effeithiolrwydd ein prosiect a ariennir gan Gyngor Celfyddydau Cymru. Rydym yn chwilio am bartneriaid sy'n rhannu ein hymrwymiad i ddatblygiad cymunedol, arloesedd, a'r celfyddydau, ac sy'n awyddus i gyfrannu eu cryfderau ac safbwyntiau unigryw.

Pwy Rydym Yn Chwilio Amdano: Rydym yn gwahodd sefydliadau sydd â phasiant dros y celfyddydau, datblygiad cymunedol, a mentrau cydweithredol i ymuno â ni yn y fenter gyffrous hon. P'un a ydych yn sefydliad sy'n canolbwyntio ar y celfyddydau, grŵp cymunedol, neu gorff ymrwymedig i newid cadarnhaol, croesawn eich diddordeb a'ch arbenigedd.

Sut i Fynegi Eich Diddordeb: Os oes eich sefydliad yn awyddus i ddod yn bartner, anfonwch lythyr o fwriad at William Tremlett at stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com. Mae'r dyddiad cau ar gyfer mynegi diddordeb yn rhedeg.

Gwybodaeth Cyswllt: Am ymholiadau neu i fynegi eich diddordeb, cysylltwch â William Tremlett yn stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com.

Ymunwch â Ni i Wneud Gwahaniaeth: Drwy ddod yn bartner sefydliadol, bydd gennych gyfle i gydweithio ar brosiect ystyrlon, rhannu adnoddau, a gwneud effaith gadarnhaol yn y Fioesffera Dyfi.

Edrychwn ymlaen at y posibilrwydd o bartneriaethau newydd a'r llwyddiant ar y cyd sy'n disgyn arnom. Diolch am ystyried y cyfle hwn i gydweithio â Stiwdio Dyfi CIC.

Yn gywir, Tîm Stiwdio Dyfi stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com

Stiwdio Dyfi CIC Board of Trustees: Call for Ongoing Nominations

Stiwdio Dyfi CIC is actively seeking individuals with a passion for innovation, community development, and a commitment to our mission. As a creative hub in the Dyfi Biosphere, we bring people, ideas, and resources together to support grassroots projects that make a real difference.

About Us:

Stiwdio Dyfi inspires, connects, and empowers individuals, communities, and organisations dedicated to positive change in Wales.

Role of a Trustee:

We are looking for Board members with a diverse range of expertise. The Board will play a crucial role in ensuring funding bodies have confidence in our organisation's abilities. Individuals with previous board experience are especially encouraged to apply to help ensure Stiwdio Dyfi's future sustainability.

Qualifications:

We seek individuals with expertise in various areas. Particularly, we are interested in candidates with existing networks that Stiwdio Dyfi can collaborate with.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to William Tremlett at stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com. Please include a curriculum vitae and a cover letter detailing your interest in serving on the Board of Trustees, along with any relevant experience.

Join Us in Making a Difference:

By becoming a trustee, you will have the opportunity to contribute your skills and expertise to a dynamic and impactful organisation. Together, we can turn ideas into actions and make a lasting difference in the Dyfi Biosphere.

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact William Tremlett at stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com.

Thank you for considering this important opportunity to serve and make a positive impact.

Sincerely,

Stiwdio Dyfi CIC Board of Trustees

Bwrdd Ymddiriedolwyr Stiwdio Dyfi CIC: Galwad am Enwebiadau Parhaol

Mae Stiwdio Dyfi CIC yn chwilio'n weithredol am unigolion sydd â phasiant dros arloesi, datblygiad cymunedol, ac ymrwymiad i'n cenhadaeth. Fel canolfan greadigol ym Miosffer Dyfi, rydym yn dod â phobl, syniadau ac adnoddau at ei gilydd i gefnogi prosiectau torfol sy'n gwneud gwahaniaeth gwirioneddol.

Amdanom Ni:

Mae Stiwdio Dyfi yn ysbrydoli, cysylltu ac yn grymuso unigolion, cymunedau, ac sefydliadau sy'n ymrwymedig i newid cadarnhaol yng Nghymru.

Rôl Ymddiriedolwr:

Rydym yn chwilio am aelodau Bwrdd gyda chyfres amrywiol o arbenigedd. Bydd y Bwrdd yn chwarae rol hanfodol wrth sicrhau bod corffau ariannu'n hyderus yng ngallu ein sefydliad. Anogir yn arbennig unigolion sydd â phrofiad blaenorol ar fyrdd i wneud cais i helpu sicrhau cynaliadwyedd dyfodol Stiwdio Dyfi.

Cymwysterau:

Rydym yn chwilio am unigolion â phrofiad mewn gwahanol feysydd. Yn benodol, rydym yn ddiddorol mewn ymgeiswyr sydd â rhwydweithiau presennol y gall Stiwdio Dyfi weithio gyda hwy.

Sut i Wneud Cais:

Gwahoddir ymgeiswyr â diddordeb i gyflwyno eu ceisiadau i William Tremlett yn stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com. Cynnwys bywgraffiad a llythyr eglurhaol yn disgrifio eich diddordeb mewn gwasanaethu ar Fwrdd Ymddiriedolwyr, ynghyd ag unrhyw brofiad perthnasol.

Ymunwch â Ni i Wneud Gwahaniaeth:

Drwy ddod yn ymddiriedolwr, bydd gennych gyfle i gyfrannu eich sgiliau ac arbenigedd i sefydliad deinamig ac effeithiol. Gyda'n gilydd, gallwn droi syniadau yn weithredoedd a gwneud gwahaniaeth parhaol ym Miosffer Dyfi.

Os oes gennych unrhyw gwestiynau neu angen rhagor o wybodaeth, cysylltwch â William Tremlett yn stiwdiodyfi@gmail.com.

Diolch am ystyried y cyfle pwysig hwn i wasanaethu a gwneud effaith gadarnhaol.

Yn gywir,

Bwrdd Ymddiriedolwyr Stiwdio Dyfi CIC

On behalf of the Clwb Fideo, comprising of more than 25 individuals based in Mid Wales, Stiwdio Dyfi has submitted a funding application to the Ashley Foundation. We share all of our applications for transparency. Here is what we talked about! For mre info on Clwb Fideo, follow this link

Ashley Foundation: Please describe your grant activity as briefly as possible:

Clwb Fideo: Providing accessible, high level digital skills opportunities through video making in Mid Wales. Clwb Fideo is a voluntary run video collective that is open to all ages and abilities. The collective is run as a membership club and pools together material and labour resources to make independent films with communities in Mid Wales.

AF: Tell us what the money will be spent on in one paragraph

CF: Equipment that members can borrow via an online booking system. The nearest camera equipment rental house is in Cardiff (an 8 hour round trip from Machynlleth). We’ll also spend it on masterclasses, project management and co-ordination.

Our proposal seeks funding to harness the transformative power of collaborative filmmaking, enhancing the well-being of individuals in Mid Wales. By prioritising the improvement of our members' lives whilst also enabling high-level film production, we aim to establish an inclusive and accessible club with the capability for quality output. Here, participants can acquire new skills, cultivate technical and social confidence, and bolster their physical and mental health through collaborative filmmaking. This project is crucial as Mid Wales lacks opportunities for advanced digital skills outside Aberystwyth University. Clwb Fideo serves as an exciting and accessible pathway into filmmaking.

AF: Project aims, outcomes and delivery:

CF: The project's aim is to enable people with an interest in filmmaking, a way of developing that interest collaboratively. We're inspired by the successes of the Nottingham and London Film Cooperatives with leading UK film figures such as Shane Meadows (This is England) emerging from a project similar to Clwb Fideo in the West Midlands. Overcoming the typical challenges associated with filmmaking is a vital aspect to Clwb Fideo—such as the need for skilled labour and expensive equipment—Clwb Fideo offers affordable equipment access through a booking system. It also establishes a community of like-minded individuals in Mid Wales, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing. High-level skill development is facilitated through masterclasses. Clwb Fideo yields tangible outcomes in the films produced, the transferable skills developed, the development of a mid Wales film culture and vibrant arts scene, while contributing to the enhanced well-being of its participants.

Monthly members and friends meetings showcase work through screenings held across Mid Wales. Village halls are transformed into underground screening venues using Stiwdio Dyfi's (Lottery funded) portable projection equipment.

Stiwdio Dyfi steers our project to young adults18-30 years as we are an organisation led by young adults. A recent survey of over 50 young adults in Mid Wales highlighted a demand for advanced transferable skills training for potential employment in the arts. Socially, young adults expressed a need for activities that bring them together, addressing feelings of isolation. Clwb Fideo is an initiative to address these needs. The results of the latest survey are available at https://www.stiwdiodyfi.org/news/6553e10a69931100013d736a.

Stiwdio Dyfi's three directors are professional filmmakers, and the Advisory Board includes 10 more professionals based in Mid Wales. The current Clwb Fideo membership comprises 25 individuals with varying skill levels. Laura Ashley funding will enhance the project for existing members and support aims to surpass 100 members by the end of 2025.

The project has informally operated for over a year, we are in the process of formalisation of our membership and structuring whilst working to secure grant funding to support regular, ongoing activity. This is in response to demand, building on the achievements to date and the interest uncovered. In the past 18 months, the group has organised over 30 workshops, including a film school programme for 18-30 year olds and weekly sessions with Ysgol Bro Hyddgen’s LGBTQI+ lunchtime group. Funding form the Ashley Foundation will further improve Clwb Fideo services, expanding workshops and access to a community of like minded individuals and equipment to be creative with.

Clwb Fideo will enable people with an interest in filmmaking, a way of developing that interest collaboratively. We're inspired by the successes of the Nottingham and London Film Cooperatives.

An important part of filmmaking is screening, using our portable cinema set up we will screen works by Clwb Fideo regularly creating as regular, meet up and networking space for our members. We will also run curated non member screening events open to local communities to attend. Sos Coch Sinema has been our primary way of reach new audiences.

Stiwdio Dyfi will be monitoring the impact of the grant through regular surveys and evaluation processes. An official steering committee will be formed from our membership.

What other project funding do you have in place or intend to apply for? Please state if secured, pending or planned? (50 words or less): Clwb Fideo originated from the Lottery Community Awards for All project, Digidol Dyfi Digital (https://www.stiwdiodyfi.org/digidoldyfidigital). We have applied for additional funding from the Lottery. Recently, we secured a £3,000 grant from Powys Association for Voluntary Organisations to purchase some entry level equipment.
If this project is ongoing, how do you plan to fund the project after any grant from AFF comes to an end? (50 words or less): We expect the project to continue well after the project funding runs out. We will source new funding to purchase any additional equipment and pay for more masterclasses. Once funding has run out we will also introduce a monthly membership fee so that our core overheads such as insurance and storage are covered.

AF: Who will be the beneficiaries?:

CF: The beneficiaries will mainly be young adults 18-30 as Stiwdio Dyfi aims it's activities towards this age group as there is a gap in provision in mid Wales for this demographic. Within this demographic, the project is most attractive to creatives and those interested in digital technology.

AF: Where will the beneficiaries be?: Wales-Wide

CF: Number of beneficiaries?: We expect to reach well over 100 members by the end of the two years. However we expect a great more people to benefit than just our members through screenings in the community and other activity.

Will Tremlett is a filmmaaker and producer from Machynlleth. He is a Co-founder of Stiwdio Dyfi CIC and helps mainly with fundraising and some operational day to day tasks.

Through Stiwdio Dyfi, Digidol Dyfi Digital have applied for a a second amount of Lottery Community Funding. Here's what was written down!

Trwy Stiwdio Dyfi, mae Digidol Dyfi Digital wedi gwneud cais am ail swm o arian Cymunedol Loteri. Dyma'r hyn a ysgrifennwyd!

NL: What would you like to do?

DDD: Digidol Dyfi Digital is our bilingual digital skills community; and we need further awards for all funding to keep up with demand and support the next stage of development. We are run by our members for the benefit of our members and the local community. Our work makes the digital accessible to local people in the UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere with facilities and resources that allow for digital skills learning in a fun and nurturing setting. Our workshops; bookable equipment; and events bring our bilingual local community closer together. Our project is administered and monitored by Stiwdio Dyfi CIC. Digidol Dyfi Digital is a resource for everyone in the Dyfi Biosphere who wishes to improve their digital skills and find both local and global audiences with digital projects; be it through radio; coding; video; DJ nights; or screening events. It is a place where bilingual culture; debate; and issues can engage with the local community in an accessible and inclusive way using digital technology. Our digital project gives us a sense of purpose in a locality which has little digital provision. Our project contributes towards the sense of local identity and pride as the creative talent of local people is showcased far and wide. We work with local schools; Youth Clubs; and the Scout to run workshops with young people so that future generations can benefit. We use press; social media; and our newsletter to advertise; and feedback forms to improve our project. We've run over a hundred workshops and events this year. We expect to grow our activity over the next 12 months through purchasing more high quality digital equipment that can be booked out for use in the local community. For a write-up on our project so far; see our blog post: https://www.stiwdiodyfi.org/news/65328c5c69931100013d71ee

NL: How does your project meet at least one of our funding priorities?

DDD: Covid-19 made it difficult for many to have a healthy social life. Digidol Dyfi Digital has been a project that strengthened our community ties through the digital post-Covid. We bring Welsh and English-speaking communities together through bilingual activity. We run regular digital skills workshops such as DJing; music production; journalism; community cinema events; video making; and more. These workshops have been important in making our project accessible and inclusive to all who wish to be involved but perhaps don’t have the technical knowledge or confidence yet. All of our workshops are free; helping more people reach their untapped potential locally in a time where costs are higher than ever. Our events are are offered at an cost price (£5 standard; £3 concession); and we book venues in villages to run events that local people can walk to. Our DJ nights are by donation.

NL: How does your project involve your community?

DDD: As members of the local community; we are constantly communicating the project through informal discussions; consultations; social media; local press coverage; and via a bilingual newsletter. We have a reach of approximately 3;000 people via our online outlets. Our feedback forms help us discover what people think about our activity so that we can improve and develop. We engage with local councils; enterprises; organizations; and other community projects. We have reached 86 members thanks to the previous lottery funding we received. We set up steering groups that any member can join for each specific activity of Digidol Dyfi Digital. Radio Dyfi; Clwb Fideo; Swn Dyfi Sound; and Sos coch Sinema all have this; and anyone can join the steering groups. We run induction days and open days so that people know how to engage with our project and use our digital equipment. Our project is run by members from our local community; for our local community. We're starting a digital movement in this part of Wales that is accessible to all.

UPDATE: Sadly we were not successful with this as the lottery community fund thought we were not ready with our application. We have found other ways to keep the project going since and hope to re-apply to the lottery in the future for a new project instead.

Cymraeg:

Trwy Stiwdio Dyfi, mae Digidol Dyfi Digital wedi gwneud cais am ail swm o arian Cymunedol Loteri. Dyma'r hyn a ysgrifennwyd!

NL: Beth hoffech chi ei wneud?
DDD: Mae Digidol Dyfi Digital yn ein cymuned sgiliau digidol ddwyieithog; ac rydym angen rhagor o arian Arian i Bawb i gadw i fyny gyda’r galw a chefnogi’r cam nesaf o ddatblygiad. Rydym yn cael ein rhedeg gan ein haelodau er budd ein haelodau a’r gymuned leol. Mae ein gwaith yn gwneud y byd digidol yn hygyrch i bobl leol yn Fiosffer Dyfi UNESCO gyda chyfleusterau ac adnoddau sy’n galluogi dysgu sgiliau digidol mewn amgylchedd hwyl a chynnal. Mae ein gweithdai; cyfarpar y gellir ei archebu; a’n digwyddiadau yn dod â’n cymuned leol ddwyieithog yn nes at ei gilydd. Mae ein prosiect yn cael ei weinyddu a’i fonitro gan Stiwdio Dyfi CIC. Mae Digidol Dyfi Digital yn adnodd i bawb yn Fiosffer Dyfi sydd am wella eu sgiliau digidol a chyrraedd cynulleidfaoedd lleol a byd-eang gyda phrosiectau digidol; boed hynny drwy radio; codio; fideo; nosweithiau DJ; neu ddigwyddiadau sgrinio. Mae'n lle lle gall diwylliant, trafodaeth ac achosion dwyieithog ymgysylltu â'r gymuned leol mewn ffordd hygyrch a chynhwysol gan ddefnyddio technoleg ddigidol. Mae ein prosiect digidol yn rhoi ymdeimlad o bwrpas i ni mewn ardal lle mae darpariaeth ddigidol yn brin. Mae ein prosiect yn cyfrannu at yr ymdeimlad o hunaniaeth leol a balchder wrth i dalent greadigol pobl leol gael ei harddangos ledled y byd. Rydym yn gweithio gyda ysgolion lleol; Clybiau Ieuenctid; a'r Sgowtiaid i gynnal gweithdai gyda phobl ifanc er mwyn i genedlaethau'r dyfodol elwa. Rydym yn defnyddio’r wasg; cyfryngau cymdeithasol; a’n cylchlythyr i hysbysebu; ac yn defnyddio ffurflenni adborth i wella ein prosiect. Rydym wedi cynnal dros gant o weithdai a digwyddiadau eleni. Rydym yn disgwyl tyfu ein gweithgaredd dros y 12 mis nesaf drwy brynu mwy o offer digidol o ansawdd uchel y gellir ei archebu i’w ddefnyddio yn y gymuned leol. Am grynodeb ar ein prosiect hyd yma, gweler ein post blog: https://www.stiwdiodyfi.org/news/65328c5c69931100013d71ee

NL: Sut mae’ch prosiect yn bodloni o leiaf un o’n blaenoriaethau ariannu?
DDD: Gwnaeth Covid-19 ei gwneud hi’n anodd i lawer gael bywyd cymdeithasol iach. Mae Digidol Dyfi Digital wedi bod yn brosiect sydd wedi cryfhau ein cysylltiadau cymunedol drwy’r byd digidol ar ôl Covid. Rydym yn dod â chymunedau Cymraeg a Saesneg ynghyd drwy weithgareddau dwyieithog. Rydym yn cynnal gweithdai sgiliau digidol rheolaidd megis DJio; cynhyrchu cerddoriaeth; newyddiaduraeth; digwyddiadau sinema cymunedol; gwneud fideos; a mwy. Mae’r gweithdai hyn wedi bod yn bwysig i wneud ein prosiect yn hygyrch ac yn gynhwysol i bawb sydd am fod yn rhan ond efallai nad oes ganddynt y wybodaeth dechnegol neu’r hyder eto. Mae pob un o’n gweithdai yn rhad ac am ddim; gan helpu mwy o bobl i gyrraedd eu potensial cudd yn lleol mewn cyfnod lle mae costau’n uwch nag erioed. Cynigir ein digwyddiadau ar bris cost (£5 safonol; £3 consesiwn); ac rydym yn archebu lleoliadau mewn pentrefi er mwyn cynnal digwyddiadau y gall pobl leol gerdded iddynt. Mae ein nosweithiau DJ yn cael eu cynnal drwy rodd.

NL: Sut mae’ch prosiect yn cynnwys eich cymuned?
DDD: Fel aelodau o'r gymuned leol, rydym yn cyfathrebu’r prosiect yn barhaus drwy drafodaethau anffurfiol; ymgynghoriadau; cyfryngau cymdeithasol; sylw yn y wasg leol; a thrwy gylchlythyr dwyieithog. Mae gennym gyrhaeddiad o tua 3,000 o bobl drwy ein sianeli ar-lein. Mae ein ffurflenni adborth yn ein helpu i ddarganfod beth mae pobl yn ei feddwl am ein gweithgaredd er mwyn inni allu gwella a datblygu. Rydym yn ymgysylltu â chynghorau lleol; mentrau; sefydliadau; a phrosiectau cymunedol eraill. Rydym wedi cyrraedd 86 o aelodau diolch i’r cyllid loteri a gawson ni’n flaenorol. Rydym yn sefydlu grwpiau llywio y gall unrhyw aelod ymuno â nhw ar gyfer pob gweithgaredd penodol o Digidol Dyfi Digital. Mae Radio Dyfi; Clwb Fideo; Sŵn Dyfi Sound; a Sos Coch Sinema i gyd yn cynnwys hyn; ac mae unrhyw un yn gallu ymuno â'r grwpiau llywio. Rydym yn cynnal diwrnodau sefydlu a diwrnodau agored fel bod pobl yn gwybod sut i ymgysylltu â'n prosiect ac i ddefnyddio ein hoffer digidol. Caiff ein prosiect ei redeg gan aelodau o'n cymuned leol, ar gyfer ein cymuned leol. Rydym yn cychwyn mudiad digidol yn y rhan hon o Gymru sy’n hygyrch i bawb.

DIWEDDARIAD: Yn anffodus, nid oeddem yn llwyddiannus gyda hyn gan fod Cronfa Gymunedol y Loteri wedi ystyried nad oeddem yn barod gyda'n cais. Rydym wedi dod o hyd i ffyrdd eraill i gadw'r prosiect i fynd ers hynny ac yn gobeithio ailgyflwyno cais i'r loteri yn y dyfodol ar gyfer prosiect newydd.

Stiwdio Dyfi is currently seeking creative projects for entry into a Research and Development phase. Our recent survey, focusing on individuals and organisations within the 18-30 age range, highlights a demand for more creative initiatives within the local community. Explore the findings of our recent survey here.

We invite applications from both individuals and organisations with an ambitious creative project in the early stage of development. Your proposed project should demonstrate the capacity to address the challenges brought up in our consultation and happen in the Dyfi Biosphere.

Join us in fostering creativity and making a meaningful impact in our community.

A single project will be chosen to be taken to the next stage of selection by working with Stiwdio Dyfi and our partners.

Apply here to submit your creative response.

Mae Stiwdio Dyfi ar hyn o bryd yn chwilio am brosiectau creadigol i gael eu cynnwys mewn cyfnod Ymchwil a Datblygu. Mae ein harolwg diweddar, sy'n canolbwyntio ar unigolion a sefydliadau o fewn y grŵp oedran 18-30, yn amlygu'r galw am fwy o fentrau creadigol yn ein cymuned leol. Archwiliwch ganfyddiadau ein harolwg diweddar yma.

Rydym yn gwahodd ceisiadau gan unigolion a sefydliadau sydd â phrosiect creadigol uchelgeisiol ar y cam cynnar o'i ddatblygiad. Dylai eich prosiect arfaethedig ddangos y gallu i fynd i'r afael â'r heriau a godwyd yn ein hymgynghoriad ac i ddigwydd yn Fioamgylchedd y Dyfi.

Ymunwch â ni wrth feithrin creadigrwydd a gwneud effaith ystyrlon yn ein cymuned.

Bydd prosiect unigol yn cael ei ddewis i gael ei ddwyn ymlaen i'r cam nesaf o ddethol trwy weithio gyda Stiwdio Dyfi ac partneriad.

Gwnewch gais yma i fod yn rhan o'r fenter gyffrous hon!

Getting Started:

Stiwdio Dyfi: How did Trailrippers begin, and what inspired Nathan and Ruben to pursue downhill mountain biking?

Downhill Mountainbiking:

Stiwdio Dyfi: Ruben and Nathan what's your favourite type of riding and why?  who are your inspirations and why? what music do you listen to (if any) when you getting ready for racing?

Film Screening Fundraiser:

Stiwdio Dyfi: How did the idea for the film screening fundraiser come about, and what was the role of Stiwdio Dyfi's Sos Coch Sinema in organising and executing the event?

Event Execution:

Stiwdio Dyfi: Can you share insights into the planning and execution of the film screening, highlighting the contributions of Sos Coch Sinema's equipment and volunteers?

The Movie and Collaborations:

Stiwdio Dyfi: What was the collaboration process like with Tiny House Creatives for the mountain bike movie, and how does the movie capture the essence of Trailrippers?

Global Aspirations:

Stiwdio Dyfi: Can you elaborate on Nathan and Ruben's aspirations for their downhill mountain biking careers, including international travel and high-level racing in Junior categories?

Community Support:

Stiwdio Dyfi: How has the local community responded to Trailrippers and the fundraising efforts for Nathan and Ruben's careers?

Volunteer Involvement:

Stiwdio Dyfi: Were there volunteers, especially from Stiwdio Dyfi's Sos Coch Sinema, who played a significant role in organising the film screening event?

Challenges and Rewards:

Stiwdio Dyfi: Can you share any challenges faced in organising the fundraiser, and what have been the most rewarding moments so far?

Impact on Junior Downhill Mountain Biking:

Stiwdio Dyfi: How do you envision Trailrippers contributing to the broader landscape of junior downhill mountain biking?

Future Plans and Message to Supporters:

Stiwdio Dyfi: What are the future plans for Trailrippers, and what message would you like to convey to supporters on how they can continue to support Nathan and Ruben's downhill mountain biking journey?

Thanks Trailrippers, and good luck with the training season!